Throttle Body Replacement

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Common symptoms

Throttle body and electronic throttle body issues can result in the engine stalling, failing to start, warning lights on the instrument cluster, and hesitation or power surging on acceleration.

Common misdiagnoses

The throttle position sensor is often blamed for throttle body issues, and care should be taken with electronic throttle bodies to ensure the accelerator pedal is not the faulty component.

Best practices

Your technician may recommend cleaning the throttle body or programming the powertrain control module before replacing the throttle body.

Kia Throttle Body Replacement Cost Estimates

The average cost for a Throttle Body Replacement is between $721 and $772 but can vary from car to car.

Kia Forte5 Throttle Body Replacement Cost by Year

The average cost for a Kia Forte5 Throttle Body Replacement is between $721 and $772 but can vary from car to car.

Estimates last updated June 18, 2026

2018 Kia Forte5 Throttle Body Replacement Cost

The average cost for a 2018 Kia Forte5 Throttle Body Replacement is between $721 and $772.

Labor costs are estimated between $110 and $161 while parts are typically priced around $611.
This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your unique location. Related repairs may also be needed.
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Throttle Body Replacement

Jump to:Commonly associated repairs Cost estimates by vehicle Cost estimates by year

Common symptoms

Throttle body and electronic throttle body issues can result in the engine stalling, failing to start, warning lights on the instrument cluster, and hesitation or power surging on acceleration.

Common misdiagnoses

The throttle position sensor is often blamed for throttle body issues, and care should be taken with electronic throttle bodies to ensure the accelerator pedal is not the faulty component.